Things to Do
In The Florida Keys, adventure is just a footstep (or paddle, or fin) away. Whether you’re chasing sunrise paddle-trips, sunset sails, or discovering hidden mangrove tunnels, there’s always something new to try. Museums, wildlife tours, water sports, quirky local events—every destination brings its own flavor of fun. These listings span every kind of experience: rugged and wild, soft and serene, absurdly beautiful. So map out some time, pack your curiosity, and let the Keys pull you in.
On Island Time at Island Fest
Art, Crafts, Great Food.....Oh my!
From vintage cars to vibrant arts and crafts, at the Islamorada Island Fest March 28-28 you can spend your day savoring keys cuisine, listening to local live music or running into friends from across the island chain.
Get back to the roots of the islands
Afro Roots Fest in Islamorada
Experience a weekend April 3-5 that showcases the roots of the islands through music and the diverse cultures that have formed the communities and laid back vibe locals and visitors can't get enough of.
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Explore the keys by foot
The Florida Keys offer numerous places to stretch your legs to explore the beautiful and unique natural ecosystems found throughout the chain of islands.
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Palm Villa Park
This small park has a picnic table overlooking Bogie Channel. No water access.
The Lower Keys
Bernstein Park
Bernstein Park on Stock Island is a vibrant community recreation area featuring baseball, soccer, and basketball fields, playgrounds, a fitness court, and a community center—all open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Lower Keys
Captain Hook's Looe Key Reef Adventures
Explore vibrant reefs, snorkeling, diving, and fishing adventures at Big Pine Key!
The Lower Keys
MOTE - Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration
Mote Marine Laboratory’s Florida Keys Research Campuses are dedicated to coral reef science and restoration.
The Lower Keys
Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge
Protected sanctuary in the Florida Keys for wading birds, sea turtles, and marine life.
The Lower Keys
Big Pine Key Park
Big Pine Community Park is a vibrant, waterfront recreation hub on Big Pine Key, offering tennis, basketball, bocce, a skate park, playgrounds, a fitness trail, and a spacious community center.
The Lower Keys
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve
Coupon Bight Aquatic Preserve is a 5,400-acre protected area south of Big Pine Key, where vibrant seagrass beds, coral patch reefs, mangroves, and hard-bottom habitats support rich marine biodiversity.
The Lower Keys
Mary Jane's Closet
Home goods & gift shop in Cudjoe Key — local art, souvenirs, kitchenware, apparel & quirky treasures.
The Lower Keys
WILD about DOLPHINS-Captain Sheri's
Wild About Dolphins — private eco-boat tours and wild dolphin encounters departing from Key West, Florida.
The Lower Keys
Longtab Charters
Luxury private charters from Summerland Key — fish, snorkel, dive, sandbars & sunset cruises aboard a 30′ Hydrocat.
The Lower Keys
Island Deli
Island Deli — popular sandwich shop in Big Pine Key serving hearty subs, Cuban sandwiches and breakfast favorites since the morning hour.
The Lower Keys
Murray's Market
Murray’s Market in Marathon offers fresh-cut meats, Boar’s Head subs, produce, baked goods, beer, wine & gourmet groceries.
The Lower Keys
Pine Channel Nature Park
Big Pine Key’s scenic park with boardwalks, kayak launch & picnic spots.
